Talent Acquisition Specialist

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Merit America

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Education • B2C • IT

Merit America is an educational organization focused on providing skills-based training for individuals looking to start or advance technology careers. The company offers programs in IT support, data analytics, UX design, cybersecurity, project management, and Java development, among others. Learners can gain industry-recognized credentials through flexible online courses while continuing to work or manage other responsibilities. Merit America supports students with career coaching and job success teams, aiming to ensure employability and career advancement. The program is designed to be accessible with no upfront costs, allowing payment after securing employment, and it offers a supportive community of peers and alumni.

51 - 200 employees

Founded 2018

📚 Education

👥 B2C

📋 Description

• Review and screen applications using our competency-based rubrics • Identify qualified candidates based on established criteria and move them through Greenhouse stages • Conduct initial phone screens for high-volume roles (30-45 minute structured interviews) • Document screening notes and interview feedback in Greenhouse • Flag strong candidates for TA Partner review • Manage complex interview scheduling across multiple time zones for 6-8 concurrent searches • Maintain complete Greenhouse setup including: posting jobs across all platforms, entering interview questions and scorecards, uploading interview guides, updating candidate stages, tracking all communication, and ensuring data accuracy • Schedule and send interview confirmations with logistics, adding calendar invites, sharing prep materials with candidates • Send timely, professional communications using our templates while maintaining Merit America's voice • Manage the recruiting inbox, responding to all candidate inquiries within two business days • Communicate decisions to candidates at each stage and respond thoughtfully to follow-up questions • Assist with candidate preparation calls before panel interviews • Ensure every candidate has a positive experience regardless of outcome • Maintain accurate job postings across all platforms • Conduct reference checks following established protocols • Update and organize interview guides, scorecards, and hiring materials • Maintain TA documentation and process materials

🎯 Requirements

• 2+ years of talent acquisition, recruiting coordination, or HR experience • Ability to consistently and fairly evaluate high-volume applications using structured rubrics • Experience conducting initial phone screens or structured interviews • Experience with applicant tracking systems (Greenhouse strongly preferred) • Detail-oriented with accurate record-keeping and high comfort with technology • Strong time management and follow-through, with track record of meeting deadlines and independently managing multiple searches • Strong written communication skills for candidate correspondence • Ability to work effectively with people across lines of difference • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion • Proven ability to manage complex scheduling across multiple time zones • Comfort adapting to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

🏖️ Benefits

• 4-day work week (Fridays are an operating day if there is a holiday closure during the week) • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (100% Paid Employee Only Coverage) • Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account • Dependent care Flexible Spending Account • Health Reimbursement Account fully funded by Merit • Education & personal development reimbursement • Catalog of courses for professional learning and development • Short and long-term disability • Unlimited vacation (after a 90-day introductory period) • Paid Parental Leave and Adoption benefits (after 1 year of employment) • 11 federally recognized holidays • 1 week office closure in July (week of July 4th) • 2 week holiday office closure in December/January • 401(k) retirement plan with automatic Merit contribution • Wellness Benefits/Wellness Resources • Discount perks at work program • Phone/technology stipend • Home office setup stipend • Affinity groups and community building via virtual, in-person, and/or regional meetups